Telstra has joined forces with Santa Claus to create a unique and special Christmas initiative for children across Australia this year.

Free payphone phone calls can be made direct to Santa's Workshop where kids will be able to share their wish list for Christmas and confirm whether they've been naughty or nice this year.

Telstra will also donate $1 to the Salvation Army Christmas appeal for each call mad.

Santa spared some time from his busy schedule to speak with Mike Williams ahead of the big day.

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